It is a very fast-paced, independent working environment. - Cashier El Pollo Loco Employee Review

4.0
17 Aug 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Promotion from within occurs relatively quickly if you're good, good hours, 50 % and 25% discounts,

Cons

little training, lack of understanding that people have lives beyond el pollo loco, not properly compensated for overtime, lack of team work, lack of customer service from other employees including some managers

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5.0
18 Nov 2025
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Pros

Work life balance Flexible with my schedule

Cons

Can be overbearing at times

1.0
5 June 2026
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Recommend
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Pros

Not much else other than free food

Cons

High turnover, favortism, lack of stability, disconnect between corporate and restaurants.

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